SCIENCE HILL, Ky. (AP) — A tragic shooting in Pulaski County, Kentucky, claimed the life of a 20-year-old man last Saturday night. The incident occurred around 11:50 p.m. at a residence on Heaton Ford Road, prompting a response from local law enforcement.
The victim, Jason Hislope, was rushed to Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries. According to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office, the shooting took place during an altercation, and authorities have identified the alleged shooter as Jeremy Grundy. It is currently unclear whether Grundy will face charges in relation to the incident.
Law enforcement personnel, who arrived at the scene promptly, administered CPR to Hislope until emergency medical services arrived. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation, and the local community is grappling with the aftermath of the tragic event.
As developments continue to unfold, the Pulaski County community mourns the loss of Hislope and awaits further information on the ongoing investigation. The authorities urge anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist in shedding light on the circumstances that led to the fatal shooting.
The shooting in Pulaski County, Kentucky, resulted in the death of 20-year-old Jason Hislope, prompting an ongoing investigation by local law enforcement. Jeremy Grundy has been identified as the alleged shooter, and the community waits for further updates on the case.